Yohana
/ yo-HAH-nah /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇧🇮 Burundi
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Gracious
Meaning & Etymology
God is gracious
God is gracious
Etymology
Derived from the biblical name Yohanan, which originates from Hebrew Yôḥānān (יוֹחָנָן), meaning ‘God is gracious’.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantu > Rwanda-Rundi
Cultural context
In Burundi, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen to reflect the values and beliefs of the family. ‘Yohana’ is a name that signifies divine grace and is commonly given to express the parents’ gratitude for a child.
Symbolism
The name ‘Yohana’ symbolises divine grace and the blessings of God, reflecting the cultural and religious values of the community.
Religious reference
John 1:17
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